FAIR Week
Growing up in small-town Arkansas, one of the highlights of the year was the county fair. I loved the smells, sights, coolness of the evenings, and the feeling of connectedness to community.
This week is, as it rolls around, is Fair time! We approached it with many mixed feelings. Our kids truly look forward to it with excitement and apprehension. Our son, Ben, is showing a heifer from our herd. This is the same little heifer that cracked Andy's ankle! But she has settled.....some!
We have the only grassfed animal at the fair. She is noticeably smaller (weight) than the others. She will be in a class by herself for this fact. So, Ben will get a ribbon for at least one class! She will then compete with the much larger, extreme formed, grain fed heifers. My heart cries a little for Ben that she won't be able to compete. Maybe not this year, but watch out! We are only improving, daily, in our knowledge and experience, as well as genetics!
If you are able to come to the Polk County Fair in Mena, look us up. We weren't able to set up a commercial booth this year, but will be around if you can come for a visit!! It would be nice to have some like-minded company around!!
Blessings to all! Tracy
